Kylie A.
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| Daniel K. |
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| Matthew R. |
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| Jaynie B. |
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November
21 - 25
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Thanksgiving Break |
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December 21 - January 3
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Christmas Break |
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January 18
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MLK Holiday |
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February 20
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President's Day |
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April 13 - 21
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Easter Break |
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May 29
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Memorial Day |
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June 16
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Last Day of School |
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Dear St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Families,
I really enjoyed the Halloween costume parade. Not only are the kids super cute, I also love to see how they express themselves and display their creative talent. On Halloween, the kids have fun dressing in unusual and festive ways, but our 3rd grade students had a special opportunity to dress in the context of the Communion of the Saints when they celebrated All Saints' Day by researching and dressing up as a saint of their choice. Just as children often dress up like the person they admire, we look to the saints as an example for us in our daily lives.
The assignment reminds me of something I did with my daughters when I read to them
from a book I had about saints. In the beginning, they would randomly choose a saint to learn about.
We started with saints that were familiar (St. Nicholas, St. Valentine) and saints with pretty names (St. Rose of Lima, St. Therese). As they got older, they would choose saints they admired (St. Francis of Assisi, St. Ignatius Loyola). Over the years, we read about dozens of saints. This led to great conversations about the lives of the saints and who they wanted to be and why.
It is good for our kids to learn about the many different saints, and that their stories teach us what it means to live the Gospel and give us hope. They were people with struggles just like us, and yet they persevered through the difficult times. Saints are ordinary people who lived extraordinary lives. I encourage you to spend time with your kids learning about the saints. Use this opportunity to celebrate the ordinary men and women who, through their faith, overcame common weaknesses, failures, and shortcomings. Saint Teresa of Calcutta often said that the only difference between a saint and someone who isn't a saint is that the saint never gives up. Saints are real people who weren't perfect, but who never stopped trying to be better.
Tom Waszak
Principal
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| Sycamore System Closed - November 11 |
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The Sycamore Parent Portal will be closed on
Friday, November 11 so teachers can prepare report cards for conferences.
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| Teacher Inservice - November 4 |
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Last Friday, the St. Francis faculty and administration joined their peers throughout the Diocese at an educational conference at Mater Dei High School. The Diocesan inservice provided thoughtful speakers and breakout sessions focused on collaborating and sustaining student growth through innovation. It was a thought provoking day of learning, collaboration, and fellowship.
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| Fall Spirit Rally - November 16 |
We have scheduled a Fall Spirit Rally for next
Wednesday, November 16
to celebrate the end of the first trimester and demonstrate the spirit of St. Francis that makes our community a heartwarming place of learning and belonging.
Students can bring add-ons to school that demonstrate their school spirit and pride for their grade level. They must not wear the items to school; they can only add them on once they get to school AND ONLY when the teachers say it's time.
Primary Rally - 9:15 am
| Kinder |
Yellow |
| 1st |
Green |
| 2nd |
Red |
| 3rd |
Blue |
| 4th |
Purple |
Upper Grade Rally - 2:15 pm
| 5th |
Red |
| 6th |
Yellow |
| 7th |
Green |
| 8th |
Blue |
For primary grades, students will don their add-on items after our community prayer service in the morning.
For Jr. High, students can add-on their items at lunch time or at 1:00 pm when they return to classrooms after lunch.
Add-ons include the following:
socks
bows
ribbons
necklaces/beads
hats
scarves
t-shirts/sweatshirts
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Now is the time to purchase your child's yearbook! You DO NOT want your child to be left without a yearbook at the end of the school year.
Last year, yearbooks ran out, so don't delay!
Current price:
$40.00
After
November 18, 2016:
$45.00
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Make your student's yearbook one-of-a-kind by personalizing the cover with a name and icons.
Deadline for Personalized books: January 31, 2017.
All orders must be completed
online (no orders accepted through the front office).
Share your photos with the Yearbook Committee! Upload your class and event photos from the first day of school, sports, field trips, etc. to our Josten's school website at www.replayit.com. Be sure to choose St. Francis of Assisi (Yorba Linda) to upload to the correct school.
*Fees apply to personalized books.
Visit the Josten's
website for more details.
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| Veteran's Day - November 11 |
U.S. Service Veterans and those currently serving our great Country are invited to attend Community Prayer on Friday, November 11 at 8:15 am. (actual Veterans Day) in the St. Francis courtyard.
This invitation is open to family members including parents, siblings, grandparents, etc. We will recognize our guests for their service - so be sure to send in their name and branch of service by
November 9. This information can be sent to Allison Clewett at
aclewett@sfayl.org.
All students, faculty and staff are also invited to bring a photo to Community Prayer of someone in their family (living or passed) that serves or has served in the military.
Red, White & Blue uniform add-ons (hair bows, belts, socks, etc.) will be allowed on this day.
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| Family Advent Event - December 1 |
"Our Family Roots"
A Family Advent Evening
Thursday, December 1
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Seamus Glynn Center
The St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School Catholic Identity Ministry will be hosting an evening of fellowship, family, food, and fun to celebrate Advent. All St. Francis families are encouraged to attend.
At the event, families will participate in an activity that explores the 23 stories of the Old Testament leading up to the birth of our Savior and the 24th story of Christmas Eve, by creating Christmas decor that reflects the Jesse Tree.
Cost:
$20 donation per family
(covers the cost of all supplies and main course)
Plan for the Evening:
| 6:00 pm |
Gathering and Food Prep |
| 6:15 pm |
Opening Prayer, Reflection,
and Dinner |
| 7:00 pm |
Advent Ornament Family
Interactive Activity
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The ornaments are not available for purchase - you must attend the event to receive the ornament set.
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There is no drop-off on the hill up to Eastside Community Park. The only drop-off area is in the school parking lot. Please see the school website for a full list of carline rules. Thank you for your cooperation.
We are still in need of carline volunteers in the morning. We need help on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and most especially Thursdays. Please contact Karen Carlos at karenccarlos@yahoo.com if you would like to help. Thank you.
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Thanksgiving Feasts will be on
Friday, November 11. Details are in each classroom.
Friday, November 11 is Half Day Dismissal
11:30 am-11:50 am.
DC Dining is on
TUESDAY November 15, NOT Wednesday.
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Basketball tryouts for girls and boys will be held next week on November 14-16 from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Pease contact Blake Warye bwarye@sfayl.org with any questions regarding tryouts.
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All football and volleyball players need to return their sports bags and uniforms washed to the athletic office.
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| Wise Guys Dining Out - November 6 - 10 |
Dining Out Fundraiser
Monday, November 6 through
Thursday, November 10
Help us raise funds for our Tuition Assistance program by dining out at Wise Guys Pizza in Yorba Linda
November 6 - 10. Print and bring the flyer below to have
20% of your purchase donated to St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School.
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| Spririt Wear on Campus - November 11 |
Spirit Wear will be sold on campus this
Friday, November 11
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Stop by and check out our inventory of SFA branded apparel at the Spirit wear booth in front of campus. This is a great opportunity to stock up for the winter, purchase holiday gifts, and support our school!
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| Student Council Food Drive - November 7-16 |
Student Council will be collecting non-perishable food items to donate to our three parishes for their respective outreach programs.
This is a great opportunity for the school community to come together to make a difference for our neighbors in need during the holidays.
PreK
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canned vegetables
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| Kindergarten |
boxes of Jello
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| First Grade |
rice
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| Second Grade |
boxed potatoes
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| Third Grade |
Top Ramen and macaroni and cheese |
| Fourth Grade |
canned pumpkin and canned apples |
| Fifth Grade |
canned and packaged soups
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| Sixth Grade |
packaged pasta and sauces
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| Seventh Grade |
canned gravy and stuffing
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| Eighth Grade |
packaged stuffing |
Collection bins will be placed in front of the school. Thank you for your support!
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DC Dining - November 15 (TUESDAY!)
Kentucky Fried Chicken |
As part of the fundraising efforts for our Annual 8th Grade East Coast Study Trip, SFA offers lunch from a variety of local food vendors each Wednesday. Next week our vendor, Kentucky Fried Chicken, will be served on TUESDAY.
Orders are due
8:00 am on Monday, November 14 in order to accurately tally the number of meals needed.
PLEASE NOTE: DC Dining that was originally scheduled for
Wednesday, November 16 will now take place on
Tuesday, November 15 due to our In-N-Out fundraiser. Thank you for your understanding and support!
DC Dining Season Pass Order Form
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| In-N-Out Family Lunch - November 16 |
Annual Family Lunch
Wednesday, November 16
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
St. Francis of Assisi Playground
ORDERS DUE NOW!
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School families are invited to enjoy a picnic style lunch together as the In-N-Out Burger truck visits campus to deliver meals that have been pre-ordered through the St. Francis Academic Decathlon Team. Proceeds are used to support the team as they prepare for the annual Academic Decathlon.
PLEASE NOTE: DC Dining that was originally scheduled for Wednesday, November 16 will now take place on Tuesday, November 15 due to our In-N-Out fundraiser. Thank you for your understanding and support!
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Conference Babysitting Fundraiser
November 17 and 18 |
Need Babysitting for Parent - Teacher Conferences?
As part of the fundraising efforts for their annual East Coast Study Trip, the 8th grade class and parents will be providing babysitting for all your wonderful children while you are attending your parent teacher conference.
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Friday,
November 18 |
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7:00 am - 12:00 pm |
PLEASE NOTE:
- Babysitting is provided for St. Francis students only.
- Babysitting is provided for times that parents are at conferences only.
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Get Started on Your Christmas Gifts! Order See's Candy!
The SFA 8th grade Class of 2017 is selling See's Candy for the Christmas Season to help support their East Coast Study Trip.
You can order from any 8th grader, or use the flyer attached here and submit your orders to the office by November 16. All candy orders will be delivered before Christmas break--just in time for the holidays!
Thank you!
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Santa's Secret Shop
November 29 - December 1 |
Calling all Elves!
Volunteers are needed at our Christmas Shop!
St. Francis students will be participating in Santa's Secret Shop the week after Thanksgiving with set-up on
Monday (11/28) and shopping days
Tuesday (11/29) - Thursday (12/1).
Santa's Secret Shop is wonderful opportunity for students to experience the joy of choosing their own Christmas presents for family and friends. All proceeds go directly back to our Pre-K program at St. Francis. Last year the new sandbox and ball toss were added to the playground from profits received from Santa's Secret Shop.
If you are able to donate your time, please access the link below to sign up for one or more shifts that would fit your schedule.
If you have any questions, please let me know and thank you in advance for volunteering your time.
Thank you,
Amanda Douglas
Santa's Secret Shop Chair
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Auction Gala - Moonlight Masquerade
February 25 |
Please save the date for the 2017 Auction Gala!
Midnight Masquerade
A Mardi Gras Celebration
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Waterfront Hilton
Huntington Beach, CA
Information detailing how to get involved with our school's largest fundraiser of the year as a sponsor, donor, committee member, volunteer and attendee was sent home in Thursday Folders last week.
Formal invitations will be sent home with each family's oldest child on December 1. In the meantime, look for reminders and signs on campus as we prepare for this exciting community-wide event.
To learn more about our Annual Auction Gala please visit the Auction page of our school website, or contact our Auction Co-Chairs, Michelle Manzella and Cristen Durham via email at fundraisers@sfayl.org.
We look forward to celebrating with you in February!
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Thank you to the parents and staff who volunteer at our Scholastic Book Fair!
Special thanks to our Book Fair Chairs, Casey Flanagan and Haidee Morgan!
Check out a full list of school opportunities available on our
SignUp.com
page or visit our website for more details about volunteering.
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Servite HIgh School Information Night
November 10 |
Rosary Academy Open House
November 13 |
Please join us for Rosary Academy's annual Open House!
You will have an opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and students. A few highlights include: student showcases in our science labs and ceramics classroom, and performances by our nationally ranked Cheer & Dance teams and Women's Ensemble!
Student-guided tours will be available until
1:30 pm.
You may park on the grass at St. Juliana Falconieri (1320 N. Acacia Ave.), or in the neighborhoods off of North Acacia Ave. or Fullerton Creek Drive.
The Open House agenda and campus map are available for download:
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Santa Margarita High School
Sports Information Night
November 15 |
Santa Margarita Catholic High School invites prospective families to Athletic Information Night on Tuesday, November 15 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the school's Moiso Family Pavilion.
Learn more about our award-winning athletic program which includes 28 CIF and club teams. The evening will offer families a chances to meet our coaches and sign-up for summer camps. Complimentary street tacos and cookies will be served.
Santa Margarita's athletic program has earned more overall championships than any other school in Southern California since the school opened in 1987. For more information contact the SMCHS Admissions Office at 949-766-6076 or email admissions@smhs.org.
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